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D1041
Class 52
Names carried:
Western Prince
Videos featuring D1041
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BR Class 52 Locomotives in Preservation during the Pre Digital Age (BR52- 01P)
This video features preserved BR Class 52 locomotives, commonly known as 'Westerns', during the pre-digital era. These diesel-hydraulic engines were built between 1961 and 1964 at Swindon or Crewe Works and operated across the Western Network, including areas such as Penzance, South Wales, and the Midlands. The footage highlights their role in hauling freight and passenger services, as well as farewell specials in their later years. Locations mentioned include Swindon, Crewe, Penzance, and several heritage railway sites. Operators associated with these locomotives include British Railways, Southern, and West Midlands Trains.
It includes footage of Class 50 015 'Valiant' as well as other diesel classes such as 17, 33, 37, 43, and 52. The locations shown are Bishops Lydiard, Williton, Blue Anchor, and Minehead. Operators associated with the content include British Railways and RailAdventure. Headcodes present in the footage are 1E55, 2C61, and 2M10.
A video capturing a Saturday diesel service on the East Lancs Railway, featuring D1041 in operation during inclement weather. The footage includes scenes from Ramsbottom, Rawtenstall, Irwell Vale, and Summerseat. Several headcodes are present, including 1M56, 1M66, and 1V95. The content provides a glimpse into the historical operations of British Railways on this heritage line.
The event featured preserved British Railways diesel hydraulic locomotives, with no steam engines operating during the three-day period. Locomotives included D7017, D7076, D821, D1010, and D1041, among others. The footage also shows a Bristol VR operated by 'Berrys of Taunton' near the end of the video. Several locations along the West Somerset Railway are visible, including Bishops Lydeard and Watchet.
This video captures railway operations across multiple heritage lines during a weekend event in September 1996. It features locomotives such as D1013, D1041, and D1062 working on the Severn Valley Railway and East Lancashire Railway. Other stock includes D7076, D9019, and 45060, with activity recorded at locations like Kidderminster, Irwell Vale, and Bridgnorth. Headcodes such as 1C07 and 2H20 are noted, indicating various train services during the event.
This video captures footage from the East Lancashire Railway's Autumn Diesel Gala in October 1993, featuring a variety of diesel locomotives operating over three days. Locomotives included D9531, D335 (40135), D832 "Onslaught," D821 "Greyhound," E3003 (81002), and others. The event showcased the railway's growing diesel operations, with some locomotives displaying special nameplates during the gala. Locations featured include Rawtenstall, Bolton, Irwell Vale, Ramsbottom, and other points along the East Lancashire Railway line.
This video captures footage from the East Lancs Railway's "Mini Mix" Diesel Gala held in September 1998. It features multiple diesel locomotives, including 33117, D832 Onslaught, and D1041, with highlights of their operations during the event. The footage includes scenes from locations such as Bolton, Ramsbottom, and Rawtenstall. The video provides insight into the activities and performances of these locomotives during the gala weekend.
This video captures highlights from the East Lancashire Railway Diesel Gala held between 2nd and 9th June 1996. It features a variety of diesel locomotives, including notable examples such as D1041, 45060, 55002, D7017, and D5500, with some appearing in multi-unit formations. The event included themed days focusing on different manufacturers and classes, offering a glimpse into the railway's heritage. Locations featured include East Lancashire Railway, Bolton, Irwell Vale, Ramsbottom, Rawtenstall, and Summerseat. Headcodes present suggest various services operated during the event.
The footage shows D1041 performing well despite rain, attracting a crowd of enthusiasts. Later in the day, D7076 worked double-headed with a Pacific class locomotive on the Great Central Railway, while D832 also provided service. Locations include the Great Central Railway and several associated stations.
This video captures reversing operations at Rawtenstall station during the East Lancashire Railway Diesel Gala in June 1993. It features a variety of locomotives, including Class 25/3, Class 47/4, Class 50, Class 24, Class 40, Class 42, Class 14, Class 52, and a GWR-built steam locomotive. The footage includes scenes from Rawtenstall station, Ramsbottom station, and other locations along the East Lancashire Railway line.
Featured locomotives include 50015, D9531, D1041, 40145 (painted in unauthentic BR large logo livery as 40445), D5054, D832 (painted in unauthentic BR lined black livery), and D335. The event took place at locations including Bury Bolton Street, Ramsbottom, and Rawtenstall.
The recording includes several British Railways and other operators' stock such as classes 20, 31, 37, and 40, with some locations including Hartlepool and Hope noted. A headcode of 2C67 is also mentioned. The footage was recorded during a preview evening, aiming to capture as many exhibits as possible within the time allocated.
It includes footage of British Rail classes 47, 52, and others at locations such as Bury, Ramsbottom, Rawtenstall, and Bolton. The content highlights historical rail operations with specific stock items identified, along with headcodes associated with the recorded events.
This video shows a train identified as D1015 moving through Banbury. Another train, D1041, is also visible in the footage. The exact operator and headcode details are not provided in the available metadata. The scene appears to capture railway activity in the area, with no further contextual information included in the record.
A video shows D1015 'Western Champion' at Bescot, with D1041 'Western Prince' also present. After participating in a railtour on 13th, the locomotive was stabled at Bescot for two nights before running as 0z52 14:42 back to Washwood Heath on 15th. It refuelled at the north end of the former shed prior to departure. Some details such as operator, location, and headcode are not provided in the record.
A train service operating between Tame Bridge Parkway and Canterbury West is shown in this video, with the headcode 1Z23. The train, identified as D1015 Western Champion and later as D1041 Western Prince, was seen at Solihull approximately 12 minutes late. The route includes stops at Solihull and Canterbury West, with the operator associated with the service being First Great Western.
This video captures the arrival of several historic locomotives at Crewe, including 70000/46441/48151/46229/71000, with footage of their positioning using a traverser. It also includes a brief visit to exhibits in the main depot before the arrival of crowds. The footage highlights a variety of 47-class liveries not commonly seen today, and no 66-class locomotives are present. The structured metadata identifies several stock items, including classes 150, 37, and 52, along with operators such as British Railways and Intercity, all located at Crewe.
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Mega clag ! ELR Diesel Gala with D1041/D832 in BLACK/D821/D5054/D335/50015/20031/ Electric !
Filmed during a busy event in Southport, it features multiple traction types operating on the line. The footage was recorded over two hours, with this selection highlighting the diversity of locomotives present during the event.